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Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon

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Beef Bourguignon is a classic French stew, and this slow cooker version brings all the depth and richness of the traditional dish with the ease of hands-off cooking. Tender chunks of beef simmer in red wine and beef broth with aromatic herbs, vegetables, and bacon for a cozy, elegant meal.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 25 minutes
Course Comfort Food, Dinner, Holiday Treats, Main Dish, Slow Cooker
Cuisine French-Inspired
Servings 6
Calories 431 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 slices bacon chopped
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 cups red wine such as Burgundy or Pinot Noir
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 8 oz mushrooms quartered
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, transferring to the slow cooker as they are done.
  • In the same skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and add to the slow cooker.
  • Add the onion, carrots, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is translucent, then stir in the tomato paste.
  • Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Bring to a simmer and transfer to the slow cooker.
  • Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaves to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, add the mushrooms to the slow cooker.
  • To thicken the sauce, mix flour with a bit of water to form a slurry and stir it into the slow cooker. Cook for an additional 30 minutes.
  • Remove bay leaves, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.

Notes

This dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread or mashed potatoes. If you prefer a deeper flavor, use a full-bodied red wine and brown the mushrooms before adding them to the slow cooker.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 431kcalCarbohydrates: 11.8gProtein: 26.2gFat: 27.3gSaturated Fat: 9.5gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 583mgFiber: 1.3gSugar: 3.3g

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Keyword beef stew, bourguignon, hearty meal, slow cooker, wine braised